The experience of rejection, discrimination, and microaggressions can be particularly challenging for marginalized populations. These experiences are often cumulative and can have significant impacts...
In today's society, it is common for people to experience multiple forms of oppression simultaneously, such as racism, sexism, ableism, classism, homophobia, transphobia, ageism, religious...
Sexuality is a fundamental aspect of human nature that influences every aspect of life. It can be defined as "the sum total of all emotional, physical, intellectual, sensual, and spiritual factors...
Moral Conflict Can Impact Anxiety, Guilt, and Depression
The article is about the impact of moral conflict between religious beliefs and personal identity on anxiety, guilt, and depression....
Identity is a concept that has been studied extensively in psychology for decades now. It refers to an individual's sense of self, which includes their beliefs, values, personality traits, and...
There is limited research on the impact of conservative religious upbringing on the development of sexual identity among LGBTQ individuals.
Studies suggest that it may lead to negative...
The social and psychological consequences of internalized stigma among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) individuals can be significant. Internalized stigma occurs...
LGBT Youth and Religious Ritual Participation
As members of society, LGBT+ individuals are often exposed to various aspects of life that affect their personal development and wellbeing. One such...
Internalized biphobia is a form of discrimination that affects bisexual people who are exposed to negative messages about their identity from society, family, friends, media, and even within...
Societal expectations of gender performance can have a significant impact on the experiences of transgender youth, shaping their identities and interactions with others. These expectations often...